Barnacles Dublin Hostel

Barnacles Temple Bar Hostel in Dublin is multi-award winning hostel, recently voted the best hostel in Ireland. We are at the best location in town, close to the legendary Temple Bar Pub. We are surrounded by restaurants, pubs, galleries and theatres – as you would expect from Dublin’s cultural quarter. We have various dorm sizes, so you will always find a bed to suite your budget. Continental breakfast, WiFi, daily walking tours and hugs are free of charge!

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Free Full Breakfast on Sunday

Breakfast is free every morning, but we do full "Hangover Breakfast" on Sunday!

Frequently asked questions

Is breakfast included in the price?

Yes! A light continental breakfast which includes juice, tea/coffee/hot chocolate and a selection of cereals, breads and preserves is included in the price. This is available on a self-service basis in the kitchen between 7am and 9.30am daily. Special dietary requirements may be catered for, please get in touch in advance of our arrival!

Are there common areas/kitchens available to use?

There is a common room and a communal kitchen. Both of these common areas are closed between midnight and 6:00am for cleaning and to minimise noise inside the hostel. The kitchen is also closed just after breakfast for cleaning. There are fridges and storage cupboards if you wish to buy food and cook for yourself. Make sure to check out the equipment before you go grocery shopping!

Are linen and towels included?

All bed linen is included in your price. Towels are provided in Twin and Double rooms; and are available for hire at reception for guests in shared rooms.

Do I have a bathroom in the room?

Yes. All rooms have an ensuite bathroom. This includes a private toilet and shower.

Do Barnacles hostels have WiFi or Internet?

Yes! There is free WiFi through the hostel building and you can also use computers free of charge in the common room.

Is there parking available at the hostel?

No, there is no parking in our hostels. The closest parking to us is in Fleet Street Car Park (https://www.parkrite.ie/carparks/fleet ). You can validate your parking ticket at reception for discount on 24 hr rates.

Is there locker storage in the rooms?

There are large lockers under each set of bunks. You can use your own lock or purchase one from the vending machine.

What safekeeping facilities are provided?

Safety deposit facilities are available (suitable for cameras, documents, laptops etc) for small daily charge. Please note that these facilities may only be available when there is a manager on duty so make sure to check this if you are storing something! We also operate a left luggage facility where you can store your bags during or after departure for €1 per bag.

What is a pre-authorisation?

All credit cards will have a pre-authorisation carried out on them approximately 3 days prior to your arrival. This is not a charge to your credit card. We are only checking that all credit cards are valid and that in the event of a no-show, the card has sufficient funds available to pay for the firsts nights’ accommodation as per the booking terms and conditions. This pre -authorisation will be shown on your bank statement but it will be automatically released after 3 – 5 working days. Release time for debit cards, prepaid cards and post cards will vary, so please contact your card issuer for further information. When you check in, you will have the option of completing this transaction and paying with the same card (must have the physical card with you as proof!) You can change your method of payment if you wish.

What methods of payment are accepted?

Our preferred methods of payment are cash, Mastercard and Visa credit/debit cards as payment. When making a reservation, a credit card number is required to guarantee the reservation. If you are unable to book via these methods, we may also take an electronic bank transfer. However, this must be organised at least a month prior to arrival. You can also prepay via PayPal. No Paypal account is required. Get in touch with our Reservations Team if you would prefer to do this.

Please note accommodation must be paid for in full on arrival, if not done in advance.

I need to cancel my booking. How do I do it?

Email our reservations team on office@barnacles.ie with your name, reference, and dates of travel, so we can cancel booking for you (subject to your booking terms and conditions). We cannot accept cancellations over the phone – all cancellations must be made in writing. If you made a booking on Hostelworld, Booking.com or any other website other than our own website, please cancel on that website as well.

What is your cancellation policy?

We operate different policies, displayed at the time of booking. If you booked a Non-refundable rate, it is indeed non-refundable and cannot be changed for different dates or cancelled. Otherwise, a 24 to 48 hour cancellation policy applies and this will be detailed in your booking confirmation. Reservations must be cancelled by 2.30pm on the day/2 days prior to the arrival date, otherwise a penalty charge equal to the cost of the first night’s stay will apply. Group reservations have different policies, displayed on your invoice.

Do you take group bookings?

Yes, we do! Get in touch with our reservations team for help with group bookings or check out our groups page for more info.

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Last night in Dublin and found this hostel on the cheap, thought I was going to sleep in and have an easy night...until I met my roommates and I was convinced to go out, it was a blast!!

Ellen

Sep

I stayed here for the first night of an eight day trip. I chose Barnacles because of it’s location, and wasn’t disappointed. The Temple Bar is next door. I stayed in a 4 person mixed dorm with ensuite, the room was very clean, and I especially liked that there were electrical outlets next to every bed, as well as lockers for everyone.

Hpegrl75

Oct

I stayed there in Barnacles with a group of 25 travellers of age between 13-68. I can say that all of them were very satisfied with cleanliness of the room and the bathroom, as well. The staff was very helpfull and although we were leaving very early breakfast was ready for us at 5 am. Little more noisy street is the price for a perfect location in absolute center of Dublin. The bus stop is only 3min. walk away. The cooperation and comunication with the manager Helena was awesome. Can really recommend. Next year I am taking to Barnacles next group.

BretK73

Jun

Best location in Dublin. Right next to the famous 'Temple Bar'. Staff and the manager were so helpful and proactive in keeping guests safe and comfortable. Bathrooms were clean and spacious considering they were ensuites. They did a free pasta night to bring people together which was really nice!

Anonymous

Sep

I was a last minute booking and they were happy to help accommodate me. They were reasonably priced compared to other hostels I had stayed at in Dublin and the facilities were clean and the staff was knowledgeable and friendly. Hard to get lost with the excellent staff pointing me in the right direction.

maienaarrayet

Aug

It is a very good place ! The breakfast is great with the pancakes ! And this hostel is at a very good location for discover the places to visit and the pub of Temple Bar. The welcome is nice. I recommend

emslie19

Oct

Easy to find my stay and remembered i was welcome with warm smile & greeting in the morning and made my tiring journey an awesome one. I honestly love the staff for being helpful and friendly. Perfect location for tourists attraction, shopping & entertainment all by foot.

mohdnorady

Sep

Very good position, very kind and helpful staff. Great rooms. All the hostel was clean and colorful. Keep going!

Marco Lavopa

Sep

Pancakes & brekky setup AMAAAZING! Clean as bathrooms. Real good value for money & being over 50 years young in a 6 bed dorm & window over the ACTUAL Temple Bar was ALL GUDZ!!!!

Nichola

Oct

This is the 3rd year running that we have stayed at Barnacles Temple Bar. We have a room for 10 and cannot fault it. Room is warm, shower is great, breakfast hits the spot, staff are super friendly and helpful and you cannot fault the location.Beds are really comfortable, but don't forget your earplugs (or get some from reception). Temple Bar is pretty lively until the early hours and then the road cleaners start coming through! You really are in the thick of it though, take your pick of bars, restaurants and coffee shops right outside the door.

Mandymootoo

Nov

Great hostel, but what would make me come back is the staff!! Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful!

jhaggerty3339520

Dec

Great location in the heart of Temple Bar. Handy for sightseeing, transport links, nightlife and restaurants. Great staff and a very comfortable double room. Would return.

Julia

Dec

I'm a french girl and it was my first solo trip. In Dublin, I went to Barnacles Hostel for couple nights and it worths it so much ! For a night it's between 10 to 15 euros depending on the room you want. It's just next to the Temple Bar, a very famous pub in Dublin. There are a lot of other bars so it's a perfect place for a nightlifer ! The staff is very welcoming and helps you with smile. The breakfast is free and we can have a towel for free too. There are plugs at every bed (not at every youth hostel I've been so it's very cool). I met very nice people there coming from all over the world. It's really an address that I will keep for my next time in Dublin. No hesitations, go there !

prisci_priscillia

Dec

Luggage storage - 10/10
Rooms - beds clean, bathroom clean. For each bed there are outlets and a light which was very appreciated.
The kitchen was a great place to go meet others.
The location was absolutely incredible.

allyrayew9724

Nov

Ellen

Sep

Last night in Dublin and found this hostel on the cheap, thought I was going to sleep in and have an easy night...until I met my roommates and I was convinced to go out, it was a blast!!

Hpegrl75

Oct

I stayed here for the first night of an eight day trip. I chose Barnacles because of it’s location, and wasn’t disappointed. The Temple Bar is next door. I stayed in a 4 person mixed dorm with ensuite, the room was very clean, and I especially liked that there were electrical outlets next to every bed, as well as lockers for everyone.

BretK73

Jun

I stayed there in Barnacles with a group of 25 travellers of age between 13-68. I can say that all of them were very satisfied with cleanliness of the room and the bathroom, as well. The staff was very helpfull and although we were leaving very early breakfast was ready for us at 5 am. Little more noisy street is the price for a perfect location in absolute center of Dublin. The bus stop is only 3min. walk away. The cooperation and comunication with the manager Helena was awesome. Can really recommend. Next year I am taking to Barnacles next group.

Anonymous

Sep

Best location in Dublin. Right next to the famous 'Temple Bar'. Staff and the manager were so helpful and proactive in keeping guests safe and comfortable. Bathrooms were clean and spacious considering they were ensuites. They did a free pasta night to bring people together which was really nice!

maienaarrayet

Aug

I was a last minute booking and they were happy to help accommodate me. They were reasonably priced compared to other hostels I had stayed at in Dublin and the facilities were clean and the staff was knowledgeable and friendly. Hard to get lost with the excellent staff pointing me in the right direction.

emslie19

Oct

It is a very good place ! The breakfast is great with the pancakes ! And this hostel is at a very good location for discover the places to visit and the pub of Temple Bar. The welcome is nice. I recommend

mohdnorady

Sep

Easy to find my stay and remembered i was welcome with warm smile & greeting in the morning and made my tiring journey an awesome one. I honestly love the staff for being helpful and friendly. Perfect location for tourists attraction, shopping & entertainment all by foot.

Marco Lavopa

Sep

Very good position, very kind and helpful staff. Great rooms. All the hostel was clean and colorful. Keep going!

Nichola

Oct

Pancakes & brekky setup AMAAAZING! Clean as bathrooms. Real good value for money & being over 50 years young in a 6 bed dorm & window over the ACTUAL Temple Bar was ALL GUDZ!!!!

Mandymootoo

Nov

This is the 3rd year running that we have stayed at Barnacles Temple Bar. We have a room for 10 and cannot fault it. Room is warm, shower is great, breakfast hits the spot, staff are super friendly and helpful and you cannot fault the location.Beds are really comfortable, but don't forget your earplugs (or get some from reception). Temple Bar is pretty lively until the early hours and then the road cleaners start coming through! You really are in the thick of it though, take your pick of bars, restaurants and coffee shops right outside the door.

jhaggerty3339520

Dec

Great hostel, but what would make me come back is the staff!! Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful!

Julia

Dec

Great location in the heart of Temple Bar. Handy for sightseeing, transport links, nightlife and restaurants. Great staff and a very comfortable double room. Would return.

prisci_priscillia

Dec

I'm a french girl and it was my first solo trip. In Dublin, I went to Barnacles Hostel for couple nights and it worths it so much ! For a night it's between 10 to 15 euros depending on the room you want. It's just next to the Temple Bar, a very famous pub in Dublin. There are a lot of other bars so it's a perfect place for a nightlifer ! The staff is very welcoming and helps you with smile. The breakfast is free and we can have a towel for free too. There are plugs at every bed (not at every youth hostel I've been so it's very cool). I met very nice people there coming from all over the world. It's really an address that I will keep for my next time in Dublin. No hesitations, go there !

allyrayew9724

Nov

Luggage storage - 10/10
Rooms - beds clean, bathroom clean. For each bed there are outlets and a light which was very appreciated.
The kitchen was a great place to go meet others.
The location was absolutely incredible.

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